BACKGROUND
This applicant is seeking approval to construct an additional two grain storage
open bulkheads at the Regans Ford Grain Receival Depot.
The zoning of Lot 10 Dandaragan Road under Local Planning Scheme No.7 is
“Rural” The objective of the rural zone in the Scheme is;
To provide for a range of rural activities such as broadacre and diversified
farming so as to retain the rural character and amenity of the locality, in
such a way as to prevent land degradation and further loss of biodiversity.
The land use class that most closely aligns with the proposed development is
“Industry- rural”. Which is an “A” use under the Rural Zone in the Scheme. ‘A’
means that the use is not permitted unless the local government has exercised
its discretion by granting planning approval after giving special notice in
accordance with the Scheme. There are no specific development requirements for
this land use under the Scheme.

COMMENT
The proposal is for additional grain storage bins at the subject site and will
be constructed adjoining an existing similar open bulkhead. The proposed
additional bins are complimentary to the existing land use on this site.
There is however likely to be additional heavy (grain) truck and road train
movements along Dandaragan Road as a result of the increased grain storage
potential.
Whilst there is a deceleration lane on the entry (north) side of Dandaragan
Road for vehicles travelling down the hill, there is no similar acceleration
lane at the exit on Dandaragan Road for vehicles heading either south or north.
This section of road has limited passing opportunities for cars with double
white lines.

CONSULTATION
The proposal was advertised to the surrounding landowner until 22
May 2017. Should any submissions be received after the writing of this report,
these will be forwarded to Councillors for consideration. It is noted that
there is only one surrounding land owner on both sides of Dandaragan Road.

STATUTORY
ENVIRONMENT Local Planning Scheme No 7

POLICY
IMPLICATIONSThere are no local policy implications relevant to
this item.

STRATEGIC
IMPLICATIONS2016 – 2026 Strategic Community Plan Goal 1: Great
Place for Residential and Business Development Objectives How the Shire will
contribute 1.2 Ensure effective and efficient development and building services
a) Process development applications and undertake building regulation functions
and services Goal 5: Proactive and Leading local Government Objectives How the
Shire will contribute 5.6 Implement sound corporate governance and risk
management h) Maintain and implement up to date policies and procedures
(including delegations)

1. All development shall be in accordance with the attached
approved plans dated 26 April 2017 and subject to any modifications required as
a consequence of any conditions of this approval. The endorsed plans shall not
be modified or altered without the prior written approval of the local
government.

2. Prior to commencement of site works, the Applicant shall
to the reasonable satisfaction of the Shire of Dandaragan quantify the impact
of the additional (heavy vehicle) traffic on Dandaragan Road and any road
upgrading / widening and / or maintenance that is required as a result of the
increased traffic, then contribute towards the cost of that upgrading /
widening and / or maintenance to the satisfaction of the Shire of Dandaragan.

Advice
Notes:The applicant be advised that “should you be
aggrieved by this decision, or any conditions imposed, there is a Right of
Review under the Planning and Development Act 2005. An application for Review
must be submitted in accordance with Part XIV of the Planning and Development
Act within 28 days of the date of this decision to: